Although the laughing had subsided and Caroline had regained her composure, the smile of amusement remained upon her lips. "Future sight, huh? Can it tell me when I'll get a boyfriend? She laughed again, but this one did not last.

Her eyes were then drawn to the sudden Comfrey nesting on the girl's head. "Oh it suits that sexy summer girl outfit you've got going on." Caroline hummed, a hand twirling through the locks of her hair. "Of course, I couldn't possibly leave a damsel in distress out in these dangerous water. Although I'm not sure how much help I could possibly be in a shark's home turf." Caroline flexed one arm, displaying an arm of muscles. Then, she glanced at it and her gaze fell back to Chryssa with a smirk.

"Or maybe I could." Another laugh.

"Probably kidding, huh?" This girl certainly was more entertaining than any television program Caroline had ever seen. "I mean, if you wanted me out of this swimsuit, you could have just -" She tugged at the strap of her solid red bikini top, letting it slap back against her skin. "- asked nicely."

Again, she couldn't help but laugh. She felt like she'd been thrust into some kind of over-sexualized drama. "Just kidding. Although... if we are serious, don't you think we should actually do some introductions first? How is it that I've learned your Lapras' name before yours?"

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Blissfully unaware of the dramatic performance, a young Ducklett waddles towards the sleeping Lycanroc and tilts her beak out inquisitively. Echo opens one eye in a drowsy sleep and swipes out a claw in bothered annoyance. In Caroline's brief glance back at her Pokemon, she sees the startled Ducklett and tosses a well-aimed Pokeball towards it (where did she pull that from?). Then, her attention is immediately back on the stream of dramatics coming from the Lapras-mounted girl.

Caroline doesn't move, more from shocked disbelief than fear, though her eyes do drop to the ocean waves that lap over her feet. Blood in her hair. Been there. Done that. Blood in her swimsuit. Well, that one was a little new. Oh, and sharks coming for her? Talk about some morbid future expectations.

The Lapras floated closer as the theatrical comments continued, painting a vivid image of a rather 'macabre' future in store for her. However, Caroline still does not move. Instead, as the girl begins to laugh, then turn serious once more, Caroline began to... 

Laugh.

The kind of laugh that reached into your stomach and pulled tight the strings of her heart. Caroline doubled over with her hands on her knees as she attempted to contain the uncontrollable laughter and tears that sprang into her eyes and threatened to overspill down her cheeks. Her face blushed red as the laughter stole her breath away and Lycanroc sat up with a worried look painted over her features.

Finally, Caroline let out a breathy, "What the hell was that?" as she placed a hand on her chest to calm herself. She stood up, but looking at this woman dressed in a white sun dress just brought forth more laughter. "Is this some kind of prank show? You got a camera hooked up somewhere around here?" Her eyes scanned the beach, although only a small fraction of her mind sincerely believed there were cameras sat watching the interaction.

"What are you? A drama student? Or is this 'macabre' stuff just kind of your thing? Why would a shark even come for me when you're mounted up on something a million times more tasty than this skinny flesh I've got? I think you might have a little more to worry about than I've got. Oh." The laughter was finally subsiding, allowing Caroline to straighten up and stretch out her back. "What in the world? Ha."

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attempt to catch DUCKLETT here

Thunderous hooves tore through the dirt as the two horseback riders galloped towards the sound of fighting Pokemon. Droplets of red liquid had been splashed across the ground, reflecting a crude pattern of dark and darker in the night's light. Ji-hoon's Zoroark and the Mightyena were pressed muscle against muscle as the dog scrambled for another bite of the fallen prey. Echo was not far off, cornered by both the Manectric and Vaporeon. Her body was pressed close against the ground and her ears were pinned tight against her skull. The Passimian, a ring-leader of some sorts, was slamming fists against it's chest and screaming bloody murders into the darkness.

The appearance of riders and steeds brought a moment of distraction for all involved and, in turn, a sudden descension into chaos. Zoroark and Mightyena fell into a battle of torn fur and and spotlets of blood. Echo had used the distraction of her two opponents to use DOUBLE TEAM and escape into an open area before they could identify her. Of course, even that didn't last long and the Manectric was suddenly upon her back, digging in sharp claws, tearing skin from her body, and sending electric currents coursing through her body. She manuevered and twisted her body, slamming the sharp rocks of her mane into the Manectric's more tender skin until it fell sprawling to the ground. Little streams of blood trailed down from Lycanroc's blood, but she was no worse for wear in this fight. ACCELEROCK brought her speed and attack as she dashed towards the Manectric with barred fangs, leaping at him as she thrust massive stones around his body.

Caroline was off her horse first, an effortless move to the ground that was followed by Ji-hoon's slightly less graceful dismount. While she had a Pupitar stored on her belt, it wasn't suitable for a battle such as this. All she had was Lycanroc and Rapidash. She was thankful for the Machamp that crashed to the ground in a ball of light and ran into the fray. Rapidash waited for Caroline's command, but as soon as it was given she rushed towards the fight between Lycanroc and Manectric as the Vaporeon began to run in for help. Her horn began to glow as she directed a MEGA HORN straight for the Vaporeon's head.

"I don't see a trainer anywhere but it's too goddamn dark to see anything." Caroline called back to Ji-hoon, she had to force her attention away from the battle, but when she saw Ji-hoon doubled over in the grass she let out a shocked gasp and rushed to his side. She reached out a arm to his shoulder, "Are you okay?! Did one of those things get you with an attack?" Behind her, Lycanroc let out a scream of pain as the Manectric maneuvered around Rapidash and snared sharp teeth drooling red into her hind leg.

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A lingering feeling of doubt concerning the inevitable meeting of Zoroark and Lycanroc crossed Caroline's thoughts, but she was confident Echo could handle anything even if she preferred that they worked together. "I told Lycanroc to give a howl if she noticed anything, so I'm sure we'll hear about if those two meet or they find anything else." She answered, moving on to greet Ji-hoon's Mudsdale with a soft pat. "Sure, we can lead. Daisy isn't the most confident, but this will be some good practice and her flames will be a good guide of light for us."

As Ji-hoon mounted up on his Mudsdale, Caroline tapped her Rapidash's shoulder and the fire horse leaned down on one knee to allow her an easier mounting. The sound of hooves filled the night, more settled now than ever, as they moved along the fench line. "I've heard they used to have an Arcanine guarding the herd, but the last attack managed to severely injure it and the attacks have just gotten worse since then." Her eyes scanned over the field as she spoke. "It seems more likely that -"

A sudden series of howls halted both Rapidash and rider before she could finish. "Oh, fuck." It was coming from the opposite field. The same field that Lycanroc had been sent to scout. Not long after, a louder howl broke through the night from the same direction. A howl that was unmistakably that of her Lycanroc. "That's Echo!" Caroline spun her head towards Ji-hoon. "Let's go! She won't do anything until I'm there." From a stand-still, Rapidash spun on her hind legs and broke into a canter until they had cleared the fence guarding the Wooloo's pasture. From there, she broke into a gallop in the direction of howls as they steadily grew louder and louder. Panicked Wooloo scrambled past her like grounded clouds. She could hear fighting now, mingled with shouts and cries.

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The Foster's ranch was a home for animals going back generations. From her father's father and his father's father. It started from a single barn and small paddock to an expansive home for animals of all types, not just those typical of ranches. Growing up on the ranch, Caroline had encountered all types of Pokemon from the typical Mareep, Miltank, Mudsdale, and Herdier to the less common like Lapras and Togedemaru. There was a home, a safe place, for all who sought safety and care.

People from all across Hoenn would bring untameable, wild, and sick Pokemon to their ranch in search of assistance. In some cases, even wild Pokemon would find themselves searching for help beyond the ranch's front gates. When the work load became too overwhelming, as it had become during and following the war, they would often outsource to other ranches across Hoenn to aid in the care of sick Pokemon.

That was why Caroline was here, dressed in a respectable sleeveless dress reaching down past her knees and patterned with red hibiscus. It was coupled with a thin white jacket. A bright sun shone overhead as she pushed through the wooden doors of the restaurant and into the waiting area. It wasn't a particularly fancy restaurant, but it was classier than most that she typically dined in. Her eyes scanned the interior until she found Thomas already seated on the other end of the restaurant. They'd met once or twice in the past, but her family had never personally worked with the Duvet Ranch.

Caroline approached him with a hand raised in greeting. "Good afternoon, Thomas. I hope you haven't waited too long." She pulled out a chair and sat. "It's been a long time since I last saw you, how is your ranch doing?" They'd already discussed some of the details over the phone, but this was their first formal meeting to discuss business. It didn't hurt to begin with a little bit of small talk. "Things have been quite hectic back home, but my parents are managing things with the help of plenty volunteers. We talked on the phone earlier and it seems they just got a new batch of displaced Azurill and they've been enjoying the pond facilities quite well. We hope to find them a new home soon."

Thomas Benoit

The element of surprise was not Caroline's preferred entrance, but bravado and impulsiveness that got her into trouble more times than not. It was only fortunate that her removal of this so-called element of surprise was a benefit for the stranger she aided in battle. As Lycanroc sprayed rock and dust through the crowd, the stranger knocked out the legs of one Poachyena and his Minior blasted back their Poochyena.

"Didn't need an invitation for this game." Caroline called back, her lack of skill in hand-to-hand combat forcing her to keep a distance as Echo freely dashed through the crowd and used ACCELEROCK. A Poochyena caught her foot as she ran past, but a startled jump sideways was enough for it to lose its grip and roll away. Daisy kept her distance with a long-ranged FIRE BLAST.

The other man seemed to be enjoying himself quite greatly as he laughed and engaged her in conversation. "A little bit of -" She cut off as a Poachyena broke from the group and ran towards her. Caroline ducked down as he swung a fist towards her face. Rapidash was by her side in a moment, slamming her body against the attacker and snorting fire into his face. "Little bit of bad timing for introductions, dontcha think?" She huffed, but then her face broke out in a grin. "Name's Caroline, though. Nice punch."

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The tides were high today. White, foamy waves rolled over the beach and the sound of laughing children and scattered conversation filled the air. The blazing light in the sky cast warm rays across the beach visitor's, some clad in protective skin wear and others in scanty bikinis that left very little to the imagination. Lain upon a sky blue towel with fluffy white clouds, away from the busy section of beach, was one such scantily-clad individual. Caroline gazed up at the underside of her sun umbrella with a pair of large sun glasses perched upon her face. Daisy, her Rapidash, had no desire to be near the beach, but Echo, her Lycanroc, was more than keen to sun bathe beneath the Sun's gaze. As such, she was sprawled out beside the trainer with relaxed features.

While Caroline could often be seen as a workaholic, she understood the importance of relaxing times with her Pokemon and always ensured that she scheduled time for each of them to do something they enjoyed. It wasn't difficult for either of them. Daisy enjoyed open fields within which Caroline could ride and jump her. Echo enjoyed the beach and sunbathing. Caroline enjoyed both.

"Alright, I'm going off, Echo." After a long moment of relaxing under the Sun, Caroline was ready to return to the ocean's waves. "You can come join me whenever you want." Echo didn't like the water much, but she would sometimes wad around in the shallower sections of beach and sniff out interesting things beneath the sand.

Leaving Echo behind, Caroline moved to the ocean, letting the warm waves wash away sand from her feet as she gazed down the shoreline at the busier sections along the beach. She'd picked this spot, in particular, because of the rockier shore and, in turn, the fewer people frequenting the sandy area. Socializing was fun, but lonely relaxation was just as good on a hot day like this.

Lilycove was abuzz with news of an invaluable archeological discovery made in a little sea cove right on the rural outskirts of the town. Fossils stacked miles high, the rumors claimed. From wall to wall and floor to floor. They didn't sparkle like diamonds, but they were surely just as invaluable. And while Caroline cared little for the fossil remains of long deceased Pokemon, what did peak her interest was the tacked on rumors discussing a group of pirates (did those even exist anymore) and their pack of mangy of Poochyena. They called them Poachyenas (classy name). Apparently, this group with their mangy mutts were eager to seize the collection of fossils as their own personal trophies. Or chew toys for the Poochyenas. That definitely seemed fitting.

So, while Caroline most certainly could have waited until the morning to investigate. Impatience waited for no one and she plodded along the coastline atop her Rapidash in search of this valuable discovery. A search that, shockingly, took far less time than she expected with special thanks to the loud, soon-to-be altercation, commotion just at the entrance to the cove. Someone else was already here, and just one by the look of it. A Minior hovered just inches above the man's shoulder, but that was surely not much against a whole pack of mangy Poochyenas.

"Looks like he's gonna need a little help." Caroline patted her Rapidash before sliding effortlessly from her pack and tossing a Pokeball up into the air.

"One against a pack seems a little unfair, don't cha think?" She called. If the flash of light from her Pokeball hadn't alerted the pirates, her loud call certainly would. "How about we even the score a little bit, Echo. Show those wanna-be pirates who's boss with a Rock Throw. At her command, orbs of bright light began to appear in the darkness and formed rocks from within. As they grew, one after the other, Echo began to fling the orbs towards the pack of Poochyena which faded away into pure rocks as they approached. Some reached their targets, while others exploded into the ground and sent sharp pebbles and dust flying into the air.

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The sudden black blur that surged past them, clouded by the settling darkness around them, startled both Rapidash and Caroline. With a loud huff, Daisy scrambled sideways and almost knocked her owner to the ground in her fright. The once-nervous, only slightly braver, fire horse huffed loudly with heaving sides as she steadied herself. Caroline was only slightly better, her heart skipping several beats as she rested a hand on Daisy's neck, which flared with flames of fear. "What the hell was that?!" She exclaimed, eyes staring into the darkness only seconds away from mounting up on her Rapidash and riding after it before she heard the sound of more hooves behind them.

"Holy shit, hi." She breathed, resting a hand on her startled heart and outstretching the other to accept his shake. Her Rapidash was cautiously sniffed at the Mudsdale, but kept her body pressed against Caroline as she kept one wide eye directed in the direction of the here-and-gone visitor. "Yeah, I'm here for the mission, but no worries, you're not late, I'm just early." She withdrew her hand. "I'm Caroline Foster, but you can just call me Caroline. This is Daisy. Nice to meet you, Ji-hoon." Pleasantries aside, and her heart finally steadying its beat, she continued, "That was your Pokemon? Lord Christ, I thought it was one of the predators we've come to check out. Nearly gave me a heart attack. My Lycanroc is out there hunting, too, so hopefully they can work together." And hopefully the two of them didn't meet in accidental altercation.

Caroline moved her gaze momentarily to the Mudsdale that stood sniffing her Rapidash. "Nice-looking Mudsdale you've got. I have one just like that at home. These two will be good for checking out the perimeter easily, if our other Pokemon don't find anything. I don't know where your Beepin (was that a Zoroark?) went, but my Lycanroc is checking out this pasture here. Let's check out the other fields while they do their thing."

Chu-e Choi

Warm flames cast a soft light across the cobbled entry path, reflecting the muted shadow of a girl with her legs hung loosely across the bare back of the flaming horse. The Rapidash's hooves, strong as diamonds, clopped evenly on the rocky path as her rider breathed in the fresh scent of clean air, manure, and the distinguished scent of farm animals that she could identify anywhere. Even in the dark, only dimly lit by the flames of her Rapidash, the scents were enough to give Caroline a vivid image of her life back home. And with it, memories of milking Miltank's, training Ponyta, and nursing Caterpie back to fighting health. However, this was not a joy ride to daydreams, but a mission she had been tasked with as part of the Legion. 

Thoughts of her mission brought Caroline's mind back to Earth and moved her eyes to scan beyond the fences intended to protect the occupants within and keep outsiders away. An intention that was clearly not working well as predators and thieves sought to steal the treasured cotton from the many Wooloo that resided within. She was early to arrive as the sun began to set, but another was meant to arrive soon and aid in fending off any potential villains of the night. "Stop here, Daisy." Caroline spoke, a breath of hot air escaping into the cold night. Against the backdrop of setting sun, she could make out silhouettes of Wooloo peacefully grazing along the scattered strands of grass still left before the approaching colder weather.

"Let's take out Echo and get some more eyes on the pasture." She murmured to Daisy, pulling the Lycanroc's Pokeball from her belt and releasing it into the open. Echo let out a greeting as she emerged from the Pokeball, her big, beady eyes staring at Caroline with unfiltered affection. "The other guy should be getting here soon, I think." She said, "So I want you to go take a lap around the pasture and give us a howl if you see anything unusual. Don't try to fight anything by yourself, okay? We'll do better as a team."

Echo nodded, curling a tight circle around Caroline before running off along the perimeter of the fence and into the darkness. Once Caroline could just barely make out her silhouette, she turned and rested her head against the warmth of Daisy's body. "Now we just wait."



Chu-e Choi

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